How To Fix a Broken Toilet Flange

[@rayvoorhies7180]

I had a broken iron flange. The plumber didn't advise replacing it. Gave the same speech that Steve used. He used a plastic flange that fit inside the old one. It completely covered the broken ring. Toilet hasn't leaked in ten years.

[@46fd04]

A good trick taught to me a long time ago, is to sit on the toilet to squish the wax in place, and then tighten the nuts.

[@prestonrenify]

You had the water reinstalled in a bit more than 20 minutes. As a DIY Guy, this would have taken me about 3 hours, including a run to the HD. When I grow up, perhaps I could carry your tool bag. Great work, Guy.

[@dieseltrucksfirewood2540]

Caulk the front and both sides and it will not only stabilize it but keep it from pulling out that spanner ring that did absolutely nothing. With the way it was left it's only a matter of time before the owner is right back in the same position with a loose toilet.

[@alansand7116]

Those are suppose to go in the groove of the old flange & lock nut together, however, it don't know about cast iron. Looked like the left nut was raising up while being tightened down. However I was not there so...

[@imxploring]

Nice straight up repair.... that spanner flange saved the day!

[@WhyandAyeWhy]

Nice! If it was my company we would’ve replaced the whole flange. Nice to know. Thanks! As an apprentice you can only gain so much from the guy your working for. It’s nice to see a fresh take from other plumbers.

[@mstank121]

New Drinking Game, take a drink every time Steve says spanner flange

[@jessemartinez566]

😂😂😂🍻 Spanna

[@-iIIiiiiiIiiiiIIIiiIi-]

This one is going down in the record books.

[@chuckquinn8026]

Nobody can ever say you’re not a Master Plumber Steve!

[@dc6233]

I know people don't like to mess with things that have "worked for 75 years" but I have never been too ecstatic with how toilets mount to their flanges. People rock side to side on toilets, lift a leg when using a toilet, or stand on the toilet. Maybe it's just me because I have rental properties and people are often very hard on things, I'm always dealing with some sort of plumbing issue and I often have to make most everything as "idiot proof" as possible. I've never enjoyed tightening a new toilet down against the porcelain to compress the wax ring, and often you're relying on 1/4-20 bolts, with super thin washers to hold down an entire toilet; And you have to trim the bolts down after installation for the caps to fit - That's ALWAYS a blast with a sawzall!! I try to find the 5/16-18 toilet bolts and now use the rubber/poly ring instead of the wax rings. But I sure wish toilets had a better way of mounting, especially now that people use different types of tile or vinyl, and floors thickness is often built up over the years when floors are replaced or gone over...

[@jussikuusela7345]

Where I live (overseas) the toilets are a bit different, the drain snout in the back of the seat is fitted onto the drain pipe by a plastic/rubber adaptor. It has flexy flanges that seal against the inside of the drainpipe. The top hole has a rubbery lip that seals against the drain snout. Depending on the model the top may or may not be excentric to the bottom, so the seat position can be adjusted a bit. The seat is caulked and/or screwed into the floor by the mounting foot, and its stability doesn't rely on the drain piping alone, optimally not at all.

[@williamcandee5267]

That's a great trick, Steven, with the picks aiming so you know where the closet bolts are! Nice spanner-flange install! Enjoyed this one a lot!

[@brianmoore5498]

i keep a little half pound bag of grey grout. stick a couple quarters under for shims grout it in . never moves. think i might have spent the extra 45 minutes and broke out the torch, oakum and lead ladle. the rocking is what broke the iron flange probably in the first place

[@lym3204]

Back in the day when paint had lead and popcorn ceilings had asbestos, oakum and lead was used in toilet flanges. Now it is widely accepted that you should not melt lead inside a home.

[@bmck-ss3zb]

May be the nicest bathroom Steve has worked in!

[@shazzorama]

Floor tiles are great.

[@danwittels5542]

Love those cedar shims! I use them for doors, windows, toilets and anything else that needs shimming. They used to be cheap. Fortunately I bought a couple of bundles back in the day. Nice fix as always!

[@jackl9922]

Great job. As a DIY person, took me all day to get a good fix. The amount of kits I bought at Furgason would probably have paid half your labor.

[@zram4x4]

Pick up a Milwaukee electric die grinder and small cutoff wheels. Works great on cast iron flange jobs.

[@lisac7386]

Thanks for the great info. and using one of my favorite words: cattywampus

[@tonym6920]

Hey Steve and Miss Molly! Workin’ again y’all. 👍👍. Really nice job Steve.

[@edwardkuntush9339]

Nice job Steve always love your plumbing videos thank you

[@Berzerk29]

Congrats Steve, you just recently passed 100 million views here on YT.

[@frenchonion3359]

Steve do you ever set toilets in plaster? Thats how we do it, every toilet or grout too

[@johnwalker890]

Alright Steve, Good job again, as always. Your good at your job, no reason for to stop, unless you want too retire, we will all miss you.

[@15205golfer]

Interesting on those plastic nuts, that secure the bolt....when did those come out? I always used regular hex nuts.

[@samsulfaro5109]

Great job Steve true professional

[@akshonclip]

Just had a flashback of a toilet I had to remove after the homeowner used 2 part epoxy to attach it to the floor. 😂

[@acrservicesmathewr7565]

Steve what kind of hand pump is that. Hand made or purchased and how much if you dont mind. That would work really nice for drain pans that are backed up or condensate pumps

[@BillyFromTheHills01]

It's called "the last drop" suction gun

[@stevenlavimoniere]

www.tools4flooring.com/gundlach-853-the-last-drop-suction-gun-p-896.html

[@billcooper54]

"You called the right guy" I've been doing this for 100 years right Jed Clampet

[@ThatPlumberDude]

I just repaired a pvc closet flange that had completely snapped off. Good fun! 🤙🏼

[@MoneyManHolmes]

Same here. Turns out the builder didn’t screw the flange into the slab. The flange literally has the words “flange must be screwed into floor” molded onto it.

[@ThatPlumberDude]

@@MoneyManHolmes I see that occasionally too. Crazy how some depend on the pipe to hold it to the floor..

[@mikered3242]

Gracias Campeon! Buen trabajo you are very,very,very....good. three very good....

[@marks.4388]

Another great job!!!! By the best on the web!

[@davidd8435]

Thanks for the content Mr. Steven, a lot of great information on your channel.

[@carolannebellefontaine1092]

Pro at work ! No wheelies allowed - thanks for the vid ❤️to Miss Molly

[@DAS-Videos]

Steve what is your range for service? 10 mile radius? 30 mile radius? 50 mile radius?

[@sh2697]

is the shim a temporary fix? Why not use a new stainless flange and bolt it down?

[@Jaythatdrainguy]

I started heating up my wax gaskets as well after watching you do that a few videos back. Good job

[@the2060ish]

No right turn on red in your state.? Good fix

[@japmlp09]

Another well done vid, Thanks Steve!

[@IllegalAlien-ep2ty]

In Texas it about all concrete floors.

[@ak9m2asl]

Hey Steve - you dumped the toilet water down the sink??

[@terencemerritt]

Clean water down a drain. Why not?

[@peterskier7574]

Into the tub

[@the430movie]

Let's see... So far I heard the words 'Kawn-krate', 'Kawd-bawd', 'Flaw', 'Spayehna flayehnge', 'Fawn-kee Chayeh-kuhn', 'rihtoya', 'loouwse ehzuh goows'... Just ribbing guy, thanks for the upload. Subbed!

[@tucobenedicto109]

Steve all the old guys should have fantastic for you because your Fantastic! LOL Nice Job.

[@donnieporter7890]

I dont use the plastic washers to snap the cap on i use a fat stainless steel washere and the put plumbers putty in the cap and push it on the bolt and i always use 5/16 bolts

[@JVURN]

This guy is the real flippin deal mama

[@doktoruzo]

Why do you wear gloves Steve...? I can't figure it out!

[@dangates3022]

your right steve you have everything in the truck even shims

[@jackl9922]

I so much appreciate your videos as well as that guy in SC. Troubleshooting and some knowledge. I’ll do my own plumbing (trained by experts, I’m not one since don’t always practice). Electrical, no problem. Oil or gas I won’t mess with, especially after trying to bypass a safety on gas water tank about 10 yrs ago just to heat up enough hot water for a shower. I stopped after a flash. I cannot find an independent contractor locally I trust. Before heating season, I turn on the gas furnace, make certain the flames look normal, even after the fan turns on. I’m not afraid of changing hot surface igniter or cleaning the flame sensor. For AC, early in the season turn it on for an hour and feel the lines. Anything with charge or gas call a company. I’ve unplugged condensate lines on my own. I wish had someone local non corporate trying to sell me shit I don’t need. Your videos have helped on knowing symptoms, made me more observant on how my equipment normally works, and also, when to not go over my knowledge and call an expert. I’m not trained in gasses. Every electric permit I’ve always passed.

[@JohnnyCab]

Steve I have only one question, why do you wear gloves ,?

[@terencemerritt]

So he don’t get shit and wax all over his hands obviously

[@Evansautorepair]

Another quality job done mama

[@maxpower2511]

I need to cut out the concrete and replace it because it broke apart. My only other option is to use that flange that has the rubber gasket inside you tighten. Definitely above my pay grade

[@Fireship1]

No more funky chicken. They can sit on the throne with confidence now!

[@javiergalvan242]

Kick ass job Steve 💯💥👍☝

[@IllegalAlien-ep2ty]

In Texas everything is slab floors.

[@rodneyskinner7741]

Hello Steve!

[@wogfun]

I wonder if he can put a spanner flange on there?

[@terencemerritt]

I was thinking maybe a spanner flange

[@wogfun]

@@terencemerritt if not then maybe a spanner flange

[@terencemerritt]

Yeah I’d say a spanner flange would be the best option. She’s a crusty one

[@timothykue9179]

How much does that project cost?

[@15205golfer]

Pretty clean bathroom, too!

[@michellegresham2834]

M’s husband, pooter’s good to go now mama! Very helpful videos SL!

[@nenax24x]

I have to do this exact thingntoday and I'm nervous! I don't want to pull out all that lead. Fingers crossed 🤞!!

[@trickytrav88]

Molly was like did daddy say chicken, i love chicken

[@patrickbolmeyer9515]

Steve, might it have been a good idea to place flange spanners on BOTH' sides since it's an old cast iron flange? A little preventative maintenance so to say?

[@Citizenspress]

You want him to break away the intact flange to install a repair flange?? It’s setting a toilet not a rocket launch it ain’t easy being cheesy mr grinch

[@paulmonk7820]

@@Citizenspress if it's broken it ain't intact!

[@Citizenspress]

@@paulmonk7820 good luck 2 ya

[@blackeneth3449]

@@Citizenspressif you use a SpaceX toilet flange, you could have the rocket launch too! 😀

[@isaacellis9229]

Another thing when setting the fastening bolts to the flange house a metal washer and nut on top of flange to better secure bolt .

[@robertdavis6708]

At 19:00, sounded like Steve was using that toilet while he was installing it.

[@jessemartinez566]

😂😂😂

[@Skanzool]

When you put tiles down around where the toilet goes, always use a straifht edge to make sure the floor is level and even all the way across.

[@JimVincitore]

Great video! Very cool!

[@jimmyday9536]

Give 'er the Gundy, mama! Cheers from Baltimore MD ☺️

[@WeatherNut27]

Nice job Steve. 👏 I know the feeling of not sure what your getting into before you see it.

[@jiggs49us]

Got to have the right tools for the job - that Gundlach No. 853: The Last Drop Suction Gun is the bomb lol.

[@BrickTop900]

Game changer! See people using wet vacs but I don’t want someone’s kaki water in my vacuum

[@frankrizzo3915]

Nice save.

[@goldbar9863]

You from New Orleans . Know a plumber guys always come to LCR with a dog just like you

[@DaveyBlue32]

You didn’t run a couple tapcons down through your repair flange to make it even more stable??? I guess because it had decent good material underneath both sides??? Another great one! Always enjoy your videos, buddy and I’ve learned a good bit… especially with the heat pumps! LMFFAO! Can’t have that funky chicken going on!! You might get bucked off!!! You break it it’s done!!! LMFFAO!!!

[@privacyinvasion7166]

I guess you wouldn't like it here in Phoenix AZ. All of the houses are on slabs.

[@matts4294]

Wow good idea warming up the new wax seal before installing so u don't have to jump on the toilet when reinstalling. I am finding out over and over again common sense doesn't always make sense right away 😂

[@davidparizek6741]

Steven how many subscribers would you have without Miss Molly 🤷‍♂️

[@andrewbechtel5821]

Nothin but quality here

[@Longeno55]

Everybody needs a crapper that works properly unless you live in the woods

[@IllegalAlien-ep2ty]

The Jefe should sell caps with all his poetic sayings.

[@revrotunda3206]

Miss Molly is the cutest!

[@revrotunda3206]

She should be put on some of the merchandise!

[@jaredstrehlein5605]

nice work. no rocking chairs in the bathroom. just do the business

[@jerryfankhauser2959]

The best thing to level water closets with is sheet lead.

[@russellhancock9765]

I am not to crazy about Nut Buster Seats either.

[@isaacellis9229]

As a temp fix in a bind that would probably work but to properly fix it would be better to cut out the flange and install a pvc to cast iron flange . And fasten it to the floor. Also the supply line used is prone to cracking and cousing leaks or even floods . It's better to replace with supply line with mettle nut

[@scottvolage1752]

People used to say why did it break? Because the flange is broken, gone rotted and then complain when you tell them what it takes to fix them. Calk the shit out of that to keep it from wiggling.

[@bluemoth1879]

🥂 once again.

[@dncndan1]

I like the idea of the plastic bag. When I do a toilet I take a 1" putty knife, small roll of paper towels, razor blade scraper and shims. I usually use a two piece stainless round repair kit. I take one screw out and loosen the other than just wrap it around the flange and screw back together. Works good.

[@PRO4XKEV]

Funky chicken.. lol

[@georgelawrence2795]

That toilet flange certainly isn’t the prom queen

[@npolite22]

I’m kind of surprised silicone rings are not standard installs for plumbers

[@MattyWill1]

She's a crusty onneeee, Mr Grinch. Give her the old how ya doing mamma!!!

[@arcticablue]

Your accent sounds like you are from Queens or the Bronx!

[@S_a_n22]

Funky chicken on marble tile. Love the ASMR mama.

[@JTTTTx]

Plumber here- always set a toilet twice- once without the wax to set the shim location ( mark the outline from the bowl) then set and trim- never pound the shim after tightening the closet bolts.

[@Tortomus]

In crust we trust

[@sergiosanchez6354]

In my opinion if i was doing thst job i woud change the old flange and install a new one

[@James-zy8vk]

One of the finest afro-americanized fixes I have seen.

[@Gary-Seven-and-Isis-in-1968]

When you lifted that Toilet, I was holding my nose...💩😱

[@larryehrlich57]

Retirement is forced on Airline pilots...whether you like it or not at age 60! Thanks for all your hard work, but don't let the door hit you in the ass...on you way out.

[@BelloCruz]

👍

[@brianrandle1424]

he could caulk around bottom to make sure it doesnt move

[@captainamerica7300]

Difficult to drop a dangle off the hair when the toilet is a teetering.

[@goodmorningfromnewyorkstat5031]

She’s a crusty one Mr. Grinch why do you wear gloves I just don’t understand it I always use a little lube😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@goodmorningfromnewyorkstat5031]

I have a great time watching your shows definitely